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6 must-see exhibitions in Paris in December

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It's here, winter is definitely among us. So to protect ourselves from the cold and warm up our noses, we suggest taking a tour of the museums and galleries in the capital, which once again offer us a breathtaking selection. Painting, photography, figurines, and even literature, these institutions are going all out to provide you with a spectacular program that you can enjoy to the fullest during the Christmas holidays that are finally within our reach.


Manga. A whole art! at the Guimet Museum

Attention to all fans of Japanese culture, and more specifically manga. This winter, the Asian Arts Museum is shining a spotlight on the art of Japanese comics. Through original panels, illustrated books from the 18th century, and painted scrolls, the exhibition explores the origins and evolution of manga. As you wander through the galleries, manga reveals its influences, drawing from both traditional Japanese culture and satirical press, early animations, and even Western culture. The institution also highlights the incredible talent of mangaka through a rich schedule of related events, much to our delight.

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Manga. A whole art!
National Museum of Asian Arts Guimet
6, Place d'Iéna – 16th
From November 19, 2025, to March 9, 2026
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Dinosaurs at the Atelier des Lumières

To travel through time, you don’t need a fancy machine or a DeLorean: this winter, just push open the doors of the Atelier des Lumières and find yourself projected… back to the age of dinosaurs. This new immersive exhibition, created with the Lightroom studio, transforms the monumental walls of the Atelier into a living mural where the greatest creatures that Earth has ever known roar. Tyrannosaurus rex, Tric...Triceratops, Brachiosaurus, or Brontosaurus : the stars of the Jurassic come back to life before our eyes, in a spectacular ballet of images and enveloping sounds, and it’s definitely worth the trip.

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Prehistoric Planet: Dinosaurs
Atelier des Lumières
38, rue Saint-Maur – 11th
Starting from December 10, 2025
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The World of Figurines at

The Old Post Office of Versailles

It's a spectacular retrospective that the Old Post Office offers us. Through more than 25,000 figurines, this new cultural space takes us on a journey through the great moments of History, into pop culture, and even into imaginary worlds. With spectacular recreations and interactive workshops, the exhibition celebrates the richness, creativity, and meticulousness of this ancient art in the most eclectic way possible. The largest model of the Battle of Waterloo in the world, Star Wars, mangas, Tolkien, the themes are as diverse as they are varied to appeal to the greatest number and put stars in everyone's eyes. Here, one thing is for sure, no matter the size, miniatures offer us grandeur.


Napoleon / figurines © Daniel Ipperti Photo Ville de Versailles

The Universe of Figurines
Former Post Office of Versailles
3, Avenue de Paris – Versailles (78000)
From December 17, 2025, to March 15, 2026
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The Proof of Reality at the Galerie VU’

Until next year, the Galerie VU’ is exploring the relationship between fiction and photography through an exhibition as eclectic as it is poetic. By bringing together 4 talented artists, the institution invites us to rethink our perception of reality and to be carried away into a universe defined solely by the limits of imagination. Here, far fromtranscribing a simple image of reality, photography becomes a gateway to creation, drawing connections with history, literature, and poetry through a fascinating dialogue among today's artists. Unique shots that will leave no one indifferent.

The Trial of Reality – Chapter 2
Galerie VU’
60, avenue de Saxe – 15th
Until January 3, 2026
Free Entry
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Flops ?! at the Museum of Arts and Crafts

As the saying goes, to err is human. Yet, it sometimes leads to essential creations (like tarte Tatin) or historical discoveries (think Christopher Columbus and America). In other instances, it just gives birth to quirky objects that are useless, but no less fascinating. These are all those inventions straddling the line between pure genius and disconnected designs that are showcased at the Museum of Arts and Crafts.

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Flops ?!
Musée des arts et métiers
60, rue Réaumur – 3rd
Until May 17, 2026
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Eva Jospin and Claire Tabouret at the Grand Palais

To end the year on a high note, two unmissable names from contemporary French art will take center stage at the Grand Palais: Eva Jospin and Claire Tabouret. Expect truly fascinating exceptional showcases! On one side, the mysterious forests of Eva Jospin, with her monumental cardboard sculptures as delicate as embroidery, will take us on a journey through a magical imaginary world filled with mystery and wonder. On the other side, the captivating canvases of Claire Tabouret will immerse us in a highly sensitive universe populated by children, games of shadow and light, and overflowing red lipstick. It's a dialogue that's set to be as intense as it is aesthetic.

Eva Jospin, Grottesco
Claire Tabouret, In One Breath
Grand Palais
17, Avenue du Général-Eisenhower – 8th
From December 10, 2025 to March 15, 2026
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